Tag: gemstone jewelry

You may have heard the Pantone, the global color authority and provider of professional color standards for the design industries, announced its color of the year for 2014: Radiant Orchid. However, did you realize that this hue is nearly identical to that of a popular semiprecious gemstone? Amethyst jewelry displays the hue that Pantone describes […]

Gemstone hues are in! Pantone’s color palate for the coming season contains a number of hues that are strikingly reminiscent of gemstones. In fact, over half of the 10 colors on Pantone’s Spring 2014 Fashion Color Palate have a gemstone that matches! Check out these gemstone pairings for six of the top hues for spring, […]

Why feature the December birthstone at the end of the month? Because it’s a stunning pick for the entire winter season—and beyond! Tanzanite has truly unique beauty that makes it a standout in the grayest months, making pieces of tanzanite jewelry especially gorgeous this time of year. Tanzanite stands out for its brilliant color, a […]

In search of a gift that your sister, best friend or other lady on your list will love? We’ve recently added several emerald-cut gemstone stud earrings to our collection of gemstone stud earrings, and these chicly-shaped pairs make great gifts for just about any woman with an eye for style! The striking gemstones featured in […]

When you look at the stunning antique-style designs of Hugo Kohl Vintage Style Jewelry you’d never guess that the inspiration for these pieces came from a rather unexpected place: the back of a dump truck. However, despite the humble beginnings of this collection, the rings in Apples of Gold’s selection of Hugo Kohl jewelry are […]

Now that nightfall is coming earlier, are you craving more sunlight? While there’s not much you can do about the shorter days and the time change, you can add a pop of light and color to your look with a brightly-colored gemstone! Let’s take a look at four semiprecious gemstones that can add bursts of […]

You might know that October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, but did you know that it’s also Down Syndrome Awareness Month? Whether choose to honor a special child in your life with a piece of Mom jewelry or simply show your support for the many children and parents affected by this condition, we believe that […]

So far in our series on top fall gems, we’ve looked at two stones with bold, saturated color: garnet and citrine. The final gem that rounds out this series, smokey quartz, isn’t quite as bold, but it’s no less stunning. Smokey quartz rings and other pieces that feature this unique stone provide a more muted […]

Looking for a piece with a golden glow that captures the beauty of an autumn sunset or one of the vivid hues of the falling leaves? Look no further than citrine jewelry! With their saturated golden sparkle, these pieces seem to glow from within, making them ideal picks for fall. The warm dazzle of citrine […]

Fall is officially here! Whether the weather has already turned a little chilly in your neck of the woods or the temperatures are still soaring, a piece of jewelry that features one of autumn’s top gemstones is a lovely way to embrace the new season. Over the next few blogs, we’ll be looking at several […]

Engagement Rings

Getting married calls for a number of high-end purchases, not the least of which is the engagement ring. But you can give her a gorgeous engagement ring without breaking the bank! The first thing to do is make a budget. If your girlfriend is expecting a $10,000.00 ring but you have credit card debt, you […]

Wedding Bands

Over the years, we’ve seen which of our platinum wedding bands have risen as bright, shining stars in our best seller’s list. Based on both customer response and our personal favorites, here are 10 Must-See Platinum wedding bands and rings that are worthy. First in the 7-Must See Apples of Gold Jewelry lineup happens to be […]

Gemstone Jewelry

SOULMATE STERLING SILVER HEART PENDANT Feeling gratitude and not expressing it is like wrapping a present and not giving it. ~ William Arthur Ward Christmas is almost here. If you’re still looking for that perfect gift for your soul mate, Apples of Gold has just the thing! Modestly priced yet full of charm and made […]

Jewelry Trends

Over the years, we’ve seen which of our platinum wedding bands have risen as bright, shining stars in our best seller’s list. Based on both customer response and our personal favorites, here are 10 Must-See Platinum wedding bands and rings that are worthy. First in the 7-Must See Apples of Gold Jewelry lineup happens to be […]